From Pilita in Vegas to BINI at Coachella: Filipino Music Rising

Posted by Irineo B. R. Salazar on April 5, 2026 · 20 Comments 

Pilita Corrales performed in Las Vegas at a time when very few Filipino artists had that kind of international platform, making her presence there exceptional. Lea Salonga’s performances in the London West End, Broadway, and with Disney helped open the door for many Filipino performers. BINI and SB19 may be opening the gates for Filipino … Continue reading →

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The sweet silence of the unplugged

Posted by JoeAm on July 22, 2025 · 57 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By Joe America It takes commitment to write. Words do not appear orderly in the mind. They must be gathered, mixed, sifted, spiced, sorted out and aligned to have meaning and humor. Thanks to all of you for keeping the discussion going here at The Society of Honor whilst I enjoyed the … Continue reading →

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Food fight in the National Village!

Posted by Irineo B. R. Salazar on July 14, 2025 · 75 Comments 

Search “BINI Filipino snacks” on any social media platform, and you will find tons of stuff. Everyone and their uncle talks about it. Even Pugad Baboy cartoonist Pol Medina has had the dog Polgas chime in on his behalf. “From Pugadlawin to Pugad Baboy” is a chapter in a history book. Filipinos, even in 1986, … Continue reading →

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To heck with Michelin, lets award street vendors, and my wife

Posted by JoeAm on June 19, 2025 · 58 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By Joe America Michelin tasters secretly entered the Philippines and ate their way across the country a few months ago. We’ll get their results later this year. See “MICHELIN Guide: Philippine-based chefs weigh in on the arrival of prestigious guide“. My son likes to watch a You Tube chef who circles the … Continue reading →

Category Culture and Arts, Entertainment, Family/Parenting/Children, Humor/Satire

How does one reach young adults these days?

Posted by JoeAm on May 19, 2025 · 91 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By Joe America I’d guess most of my thousands of followers on Facebook and X are in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. They are old school readers. I don’t know how to reach young people. My impression is they are into video rather than reading and writing. I ask google and get: … Continue reading →

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